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1783 days ago

New book - Cannibals, Crocodiles and Cassowaries

Ross from Kerikeri District

This book is about Ross's time in pre-independence Papua New Guinea (1967 - 73) and captures a particular time in history when real adventure was still possible and a young man's attitude made those adventures happen. His retelling is as fresh as if it happened yesterday and there is never a dull moment. From hair raising experiments with stump blasting to being caught in the arrow-fire of a tribal battle. He witnesses a young men's initiation ritual that no non-natives have ever seen, visits cannibals and head-hunters in their isolated villages and experiences the mysterious power of native superstition. Ross's life is never dull. This book includes some 60 coloured photographs from his vast collection which richly illustrate his writing.

Price: $34

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4 days ago

Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Using your car is convenient, except for finding parking.

Cycling lets you leave anytime, but you might arrive soaked.

So, neighbours, if public transport had the perk of being free, would it be your main way to commute?

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Would you commute by public transport if it was free?
  • 67.8% Yes
    67.8% Complete
  • 29% No
    29% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - I'll share below
    3.2% Complete
2509 votes
7 days ago

Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.

Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.

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Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
  • 23.7% Yes
    23.7% Complete
  • 75.5% No
    75.5% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
2662 votes
2 hours ago

Crack the Code: Today’s Riddle Awaits!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

A bucket of water weighed 10 kg.
Someone put something in it, and now it weighs 4 kg.
What did the person add?

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